Sofitel Baru Calablanca Beach Resort

Came here with my wife for our baby moon as we are expecting our first child within the next few months. I’m from America and don’t speak Spanish but my wife is from Colombia. The hotel was extremely nice and a perfect place to relax and enjoy our last true time alone as a couple before we embark on our next journey. I did want to compliment one of the bell hops named Oderman. He was always very polite to us and was also able to speak English with us so I could join in the conversation. Multiple times he was available to give us rides back to our room. If you’ve been to this hotel the rooms are separate from the restaurants/lobby so there is a lot of uphill and downhill walking and for my pregnant wife the rides back to our room from Oberman where a life saver! This made her much happier and in turn made my life a lot easier as well. Great place to stay!

I spent 4 nights here. Really good hotel with nice swimming pool and good activities. Thank you Geraldine for the gym class !

This is the 4th year in a row that my mother and I have vacationed at Sofitel Calablanca in Barú, Colombia. We first stayed there shortly after the hotel opened in 2022, and we loved it so much we have come back every year since. This year did not disappoint! As the resort has grown over the years it has maintained the same beautiful beach, peaceful days, and delicious food. There were many more people than there have been in previous years, and yet it never felt crowded. They have a fantastic Kid’s Playhouse and activities for children (although we did not partake as it was just my mother and I, we walked by the playroom each day and always saw kids having a great time). They also have water activities, like a Fliteboard (imagine a paddle board and a hoverboard in one), kayaks, jet skis, and paddle boards, but they never made the beach feel overwhelmed or unsafe. The beach itself is stunning, with clear, warm water that has nothing but a few fish and the occasional strand of sea grass. It is easy to pass hours floating in the ocean or talking to others in the water. There are always plenty of lounges, and staff members come around throughout the day offering water to drink, mini smoothies, fruit kabobs, and other treats. You can also order drinks and food from the beach bar or from the food truck. The food truck (El Mangalito) is located on the beach itself with plenty of tables and chairs as well as couches and comfy chairs to sit on, and you can walk over at any time and have lunch or a drink that way as well. If you ever tire of the beach, there are several pools to choose from, all with beautiful views and none that ever get too crowded. The food at Sofitel Calablanca is wonderful. Although all the restaurants are good, my mother and I discovered after our very first year that we preferred the seafood restaurant the most, called Bahía. For the third year in a row we ate at Bahía every single night, sitting at the bar (which was our preference), getting to talk to the wonderful staff. In addition to all of the amazing servers at Bahía (really, they are all the absolute sweetest people), we really got to know Jorge, our bartender. Every night we were there he took care of us, making sure we had whatever we needed. He even made a special cocktail just for us! On our last night, Jorge made sure we met the head chef, and took a picture with everyone who had helped make our vacation so wonderful. We were also lucky enough to get to eat at Bahía when they had Mama Luz (a well known Colombian chef) take over for a special night of traditional Colombian food (Jorge made a special cocktail for that night as well—quite the artist!). I literally cannot say enough kind things about Bahía and the people who work there. The food is just fantastic (and we’re from NYC—so we’re particular!). One more thing about the food: BREAKFAST. Make sure you get breakfast included with your stay. The breakfast buffet at Sofitel is the best way to start the day, from the freshest fruit to the pastries and breads, to the omelette bar, to the traditional Colombian dishes. There is literally something for everyone (seriously: from lucky charms to carimañolas to pistachio croissants and everything in between!). Last but not least, the rooms are beautiful and clean, an every single one has a stunning oceanfront view. It’s completely silent and cool until you open the sliding door to the porch, which lets in the sounds of the birds and the gentle crashing waves. I miss it every single day that I’m not there. I kid you not: I literally cried when I came home (take me back!). I love Sofitel Calablanca in Barú

Very nice hotel, lovely food in Humo, enjoyed our time at the beach with 18 month old baby. Staff very helpful and responsive, especially Cristian who helped us with checkout.

Camilo was a great help to us. We had a group of 19 (including children and senior citizens) he always drove us around with a smile safely from place to place. He quickly became part of our group, we looking forward to visiting again and seeing Camilo.